Investing in power, water, transportation, and healthcare — essentials in the day-to-day lives of Filipinos — translates to contributing to national progress and improving the quality of life in the country. Anchored on services that are key to thriving communities, it is crucial to integrate sustainability in the operations of these businesses. Now, more than ever, there is a strong call to action to fulfill the pressing needs of the present without jeopardizing resources for the use of future generations. Years prior to the pandemic and the resulting economic crisis, leading infrastructure investment firm Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) has always been more purposeful in the conduct of its community-oriented programs, zeroing in on the long-term impact to profits, people, and ultimately, the planet.

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